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I’m considering replacing my connect amp so I can update my system from the s1 app. 
My question is what is the best option? - by best I mean bang for buck because I’m not planning on dropping g a load of cash on a load of new components. 
Current situation: my main listening is a connect amp running a pair of floor standing speakers - mission cirrus so decent enough but nothing special. I also have a pair of play 1s and a pair of one sl’s.

Aim: I want to use the updated app so, short of splitting the system, the connect amp will need to be replaced. Connecting to the TV would be a bonus. I live in a compact open plan house so playing at high volume can disturb the rest of the family. 
Possible options I am considering: find a 2nd hand gen2 connect amp, connect a sub with a pair of either play1 or one sl, replace the amp with a soundbar with the option of using a pair of speakers for surround. Any recommendations please?

The new amp would be your best option, especially if TV audio is something you would like to have.

It will drive your current speakers.

It has an HDMI input for TV audio.

It has a line input for a turntable if you have vinyl.

It has a sub output, so you can connect any sub you like to it.

While it may be a bit pricey, it is a very versatile device. You are probably looking to find something on eBay, so have a look at this Amp.

 

I'd look to the current Amp myself. Even the newer Connect Amps are pretty old and issues with internal memory have been reported.

The new gen amp came out in 2018. I own one and it works well, might buy another if I had a 30% off voucher.  At msrp it’s a hard pass imo.  

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